Common Home Workout Mistakes.
With Covid restricting our daily routines, even the most avid gym goers are having to work out at home. Improvising exercise equipment and logging on to virtual exercise classes is the new normal. Keeping fit at home is still quite different to being at the gym and there’s always the temptation of giving up and going back to bed. However, exercise is extremely important for both physical and mental health. Done properly, exercise releases endorphins and strengthen your body, but without guidance there’s an increased possibility of injuring yourself or not performing to the best of your abilities. Maintaining your workouts during lockdown is to be commended, but if you are exercising at home, beware of some common mistakes. These mistakes aren’t unique to home workouts but without your gym buddy or trainer, it’s up to you to ensure every move is performed accurately and safely. Whether doing a virtual class or going through your own routine, pay attention not to make these common mistakes. Where possible, assess your form in a mirror and make the necessary adjustments to prevent injury. Stick to a Plan Home workouts mean that we lose accountability, and it is all too easy to forget about exercise and diet completely. To make sure we stay healthy and keep heading towards out health and fitness goals, it is best to make a plan and stick to it. Sign up for some live online classes that you cannot miss. The added advantage of live classes is the interaction with your instructor or, a little healthy competition if you sign up with a friend. Every plan should also include a rest day, allowing your body some time to recover and adapt which also helps to prevent injury. You can use this time for some self-care activities or meal…